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Finance Manager/Site Manager

Michael Page (UK)

Stoke-on-Trent

On-site

GBP 45,000 - 75,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a Finance Manager for their Stoke-on-Trent site. This role involves overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance with legal standards, and managing local staff performance. The ideal candidate will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified, possess strong problem-solving and communication skills, and demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the success of a thriving engineering SME, where your expertise will help shape the financial landscape and drive operational excellence.

Competitive Salary

Opportunity to work with a strong Senior Leadership Team

Qualified in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA with strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to operate independently and make informed decisions.

Manage finance discipline and local controls at the site.
Ensure compliance with local legal and financial requirements.
Drive continuous improvement and innovation in processes.

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Continuous Improvement

Autonomy

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified

A broad Finance Manager and Site Manager role for an Engineering SME
A strong Senior Leadership Team

About Our Client

My client is a circa £16 million turnover group which is headquartered overseas. Their UK operations are based out of Stoke, and this local site turnovers circa £4 million.

Job Description

Finance

Responsible for the finance discipline and local controls at the local site
Responsible for statutory financial reporting to external parties for the location
Prepare and manage internal management reporting
Risk management and identification of financial risks.
Stakeholder management with investors, the Directors, accountants, and the management team
Ensure compliance with all local legal and financial (tax) requirements

Site management/compliance/risk management for local office

Responsible (P&L) for the performance and achievements of the local operation and local staff
Responsible for compliance with local QHSE and legal regulations
Sets performance goals for the teams (KPI's), responsible for performance management
Build and strengthen the commercial position of the local operation along the lines of the local targets
Responsible for (long-term) workforce planning, cost management and the necessary means to run the local operation, including facilities
Drive continuous improvement and innovation of processes and methods
Work closely with support staff (HR, IT, QHSE) and other stakeholders to ensure optimum alignment and cooperation
People management: drives engagement and motivation, ensures development of staff

The Successful Applicant

ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified
Problem solving: Resolves complex, abstract issues that require a helicopter view and contextual thinking
Continuous improvement: Continuously develops, improves/innovates and implements processes, methods, best practices.
Autonomy: Operates independently, takes decisions in line with objectives, processes, procedures, policies and budgets. Results are reviewed regularly. Aligns with manager and stakeholders when needed.
Communication skills: Knows how and when to influence. Takes into account any sensitivities and acceptance.

What's on Offer

A competitive salary, and an opportunity to work with a strong SLT.

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